Thursday Morning One-Liner News
Posted by Michael David Smith on May 22, 2008, 9:07 a.m.
Suspended Cowboys CB Pacman Jones recently passed his physical.
Dolphins RBs Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams are healthy and together in the backfield for the first time since 2005.
Patriots WR Wes Welker is being honored by Pop Warner football.
Although he knows people watch his highlight videos, Eagles LB Andy Studebaker says, “I’ve never posted one. I’m not a huge YouTube guy.”
Some Colts fans are upset that even though their new stadium is bigger than the old one, tickets aren’t any easier to get.
Jets coach Eric Mangini isn’t talking about Spygate.
Ravens rookie S Haruki Nakamura will not be affected by the NFL rule that prohibits players from attending more than one minicamp until their college semester ends.
Former Redskins Art Monk and Darrell Green have both chosen their sons to introduce them at their Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions.
Bengals QB Carson Palmer on what coach Marvin Lewis told the team: “He said we have enough talent in the room - and he said right now - to win the Super Bowl.”
Says Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer of LB Dhani Jones, “He takes charge out there. That’s definitely settling, especially when you’re installing a new defense.”
Bears CB Ricky Manning doesn’t appear to be in the team’s long-term plans.
Bears rookie Chris Williams is working at left tackle, and veteran John Tait is moving to the right.
Says Browns GM Phil Savage of possibly adding a veteran, “We’ve got the cap space. The issue for the ‘big-name player’ would be the actual cash out the door, budgetwise. We’re pretty much pressed up against our budget internally.”
Browns WR Kevin Kasper is described as similar to Wes Welker — except for the part about being a productive NFL wide receiver.
Asked for his reaction to an ugly pass thrown by QB Drew Stanton, Lions offensive coordinator Jim Colletto said, “I kind of close my eyes and don’t pay attention.”
The Lions will wear throwback uniforms for two home games in recognition of their 75th anniversary.
Steelers RB Rashard Mendenhall took part in drills for the first time since straining his hamstring in the team’s early May minicamp.
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers is trying to bond with teammates by inviting them over for pizza.
Says Packers defensive tackles coach Robert Nunn of the oft-injured Justin Harrell, “It’s certainly not the ideal situation to be in with him. He needs the rhythm of working the drills and the technique stuff.”
Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson says he needs to get better at the little things.
Vikings WR Bobby Wade says he’s taking it slow coming back from a knee injury.
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